"Yards and yards of tomato-red fabric is transformed by Jean's excellent cut into this fabulous dress. Must be seen on real body to appreciate it. Top of dress is simple with empire waist & is enhanced with top-stitching & little flat pleats, back and front. Creates a breastplate/corset effect. Sleeves, huge and billowing, cut all way from shoulder to empire waist seam. Skirt is unlined; interior side bodice creates sides inside the dress. Front button closure; each cuff has elastic."